Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 28 Feb 2017
A Worcester polychrome coffee cup c.1756
A Worcester polychrome coffee cup c.1756, boldly painted with the Beckoning Chinaman pattern, a single standing figure with his left arm raised, the reverse with a colourful flower spray, 5.7cm.
More frequently found on mugs and teapots, the Beckoning Chinaman is only recorded on a handful of cups, and no saucers or teabowls are recorded.